10 Tasty Instant Pot Broccoli Recipes That Are Almost Effortless

If you're in a rut with veggies, try any one of these Instant Pot broccoli recipes, which are loaded with flavor and come together in minutes.

Image Credit: DronG/iStock/GettyImages It’s no secret that broccoli is full of nutrients. It’s a cruciferous vegetable with plenty of vitamins and minerals that benefit the body. Plus, broccoli is one of those go-to vegetables that can please every palate, even picky eaters, if it’s prepared correctly.

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 With that in mind, we rounded up a few of the yummiest Instant Pot broccoli recipes you can make when you're in a hurry, or need a nutritious side dish to go with lunch or dinner. These recipes take little time to prepare, but they're still bursting with flavor.

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  1. Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli

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Add this recipe to your Sunday meal prep and enjoy for lunch or dinner throughout the week.

Image Credit: Well Plated Because sirloin steak is a leaner cut, it has more protein and less saturated fat than other cuts of beef, Cassie Black, RD says. “This dish is a perfect way to get your steak fix in a healthier way.”

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Instant Pot Lemon Vegetable Risotto
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This recipe contains a high amount of vitamin K thanks to the addition of asparagus. Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen Risottos can be rich in fats like butter and olive oil, but when you have them in moderation, it’s not such a bad thing, Black says. “Healthy fats help you stay full and satisfied for a longer time.”
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Instant Pot Lo Mein
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Customize this lo mein with your favorite protein like eggs, chicken, steak or tofu. Image Credit: Buns In My Oven “With both carrots and broccoli, this recipe is high in fiber,” Black says. “Fiber will not only help you stay full in between meals, but it also supports blood sugar balance and digestion.”
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Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup With Chicken
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This is a great way to sneak in extra veggies for picky eaters. Image Credit: Diethood Broccoli cheese soup is, well, cheesy. But you can make a few modifications to lighten this dish up. “Try substituting the heavy cream for low-fat milk and skipping the extra cheese for garnish to lower the fat content,” Black says.
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Instant Pot Paleo Chicken and Broccoli
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Skip the takeout and make this better-for-you recipe at home. Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen This paleo-friendly recipe is a great recipe for those looking to cut carbs. “It also includes a good amount of garlic which some studies suggest may reduce the length of cold symptoms and cholesterol,” Black says.
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Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry
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Water chestnuts are rich in antioxidants have been linked to a lower risk of chronic disease. Image Credit: The Recipe Well “While this dish is packed with protein and fiber, it is slightly high in sodium,” Black warns. To reduce sodium, consider using low-sodium chicken broth.
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Instant Pot Broccoli Potato Soup
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Add a scoop of collagen to this bowl of soup to boost protein and satiety, Black says. Image Credit: Wholesomelicious Using avocado oil, as suggested in this recipe adds a high amount of oleic acid, which is a fatty acid that has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, Black says.
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Instant Pot Spicy Beef and Broccoli Zoodle Soup
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Zoodles are made for more than marinara sauce, and this recipe is proves it so. Image Credit: Wholesomelicious This noodle soup might remind you of ramen, but it’s actually a lot lighter. If you want to increase the carbs or add a nutritious whole grain, consider serving it with a cup of brown rice on the side, or throwing it right into the soup itself.
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When you’re in the mood for comfort food but don’t want to splurge on calories, reach for this tasty recipe. Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen “This recipe is rich in protein but slightly low in fat,” Black says. Consider increasing the amount of olive oil or adding a few slices of avocado, which will help you to stay fuller longer.
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Instant Pot Orange Chicken and Broccoli

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If you're short on time, reach for a carton of orange juice instead of squeezing your own for this recipe.

Image Credit: Wholesomelicious “Unlike most soy sauces, coconut aminos are gluten, wheat and soy-free, making this dish friendly for those with allergies,” Black says. Coconut aminos are also significantly lower in sodium than soy sauce, and they have such a similar taste, you probably won’t be able to tell the difference. Get the Instant Pot Orange Chicken and Broccoli recipe and nutrition info from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative

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If you're in a rut with veggies, try any one of these Instant Pot broccoli recipes, which are loaded with flavor and come together in minutes.

Image Credit: DronG/iStock/GettyImages

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        https://www.wellplated.com    


Add this recipe to your Sunday meal prep and enjoy for lunch or dinner throughout the week.

Image Credit: Well Plated

Get the Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli recipe and nutrition info from Well Plated.

        Visit Page
        https://lexiscleankitchen.com    


This recipe contains a high amount of vitamin K thanks to the addition of asparagus.

Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

Get the Instant Pot Lemon Vegetable Risotto recipe and nutrition info from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen.

        Visit Page
        https://www.bunsinmyoven.com    


Customize this lo mein with your favorite protein like eggs, chicken, steak or tofu.

Image Credit: Buns In My Oven

Get the Instant Pot Lo Mein recipe and nutrition info from Buns In My Oven.

        Visit Page
        https://diethood.com    


This is a great way to sneak in extra veggies for picky eaters.

Image Credit: Diethood

Get the Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup With Chicken recipe and nutrition info from Diethood.

Skip the takeout and make this better-for-you recipe at home.

Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

Get the Instant Pot Paleo Chicken and Broccoli recipe and nutrition info from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen.

        Visit Page
        https://therecipewell.com    


Water chestnuts are rich in antioxidants have been linked to a lower risk of chronic disease.

Image Credit: The Recipe Well

Get the Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry recipe and nutrition info from The Recipe Well.

        Visit Page
        https://www.wholesomelicious.com    


Add a scoop of collagen to this bowl of soup to boost protein and satiety, Black says.

Image Credit: Wholesomelicious

Get the Instant Pot Broccoli Potato Soup recipe and nutrition info from Wholesomelicious.

Zoodles are made for more than marinara sauce, and this recipe is proves it so.

Image Credit: Wholesomelicious

When you're in the mood for comfort food but don't want to splurge on calories, reach for this tasty recipe.

Image Credit: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

Get the Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli and Rice recipe and nutrition info from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen.

If you're short on time, reach for a carton of orange juice instead of squeezing your own for this recipe.

Image Credit: Wholesomelicious

Get the Instant Pot Orange Chicken and Broccoli recipe and nutrition info from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen.

Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative